What does MORPH mean?

Here is the requested information on the word "morph": Morph 1. Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

2. Definitions

Noun: a sequence of phonemes that acts as a single unit in the phonology of a language.

Verb: to undergo or cause to undergo a gradual process of transformation.

3. Pronunciations

US: /mɔrf/

UK: /mɔːf/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "morph" is derived from the Greek word "morphē" meaning form or shape. It was first used in the field of linguistics to describe the smallest unit of sound that carries meaning in a language. More recently, it has been used as a verb to describe a gradual process of transformation or change.

5. Synonyms

Noun: phoneme, unit of sound, element of speech

Verb: transform, change, evolve, mutate

6. Related Words

Formal, charm, storm, norms, dorms

7. Example Sentences

• The word "cat" is made up of three morphs: /k/, /æ/, and /t/.
• The butterfly undergoes a metamorphosis, gradually morphing from a caterpillar into a beautiful winged creature.